Recall 26V424 covers 3,933 2026 Honda Pilot and Passport vehicles for loose rear subframe bolts. Free repair at Honda dealers once available.
Honda is recalling 3,933 2026 Pilot and Passport SUVs because rear subframe bolts were tightened improperly. Loose bolts can cause loss of vehicle stability or rear subframe detachment, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear subframe on the 2026 Honda Pilot and Passport is the metal support structure under the back of the vehicle. It holds key rear suspension mounting points and helps keep the rear wheels located correctly as the SUV turns, brakes, and travels over rough pavement. The flange bolts clamp that subframe tightly to the vehicle body, so the joint stays solid under load.
On affected SUVs, those rear subframe bolts were not tightened to the specified torque during manufacturing. Honda traced the problem to production equipment settings and setup changes that were not properly checked, including the tightening equipment, grease application, gearbox adjustment, and subframe pallet clamp. When the bolts are under-tightened, the subframe joint does not have the clamping force Honda designed into it.
Owners can notice abnormal noise from the rear of the vehicle or reduced stability while driving. Those are warning signs that the rear subframe connection is not holding as tightly as it should.
Who's affected?
Covers Pilot and Passport SUVs from the same model year, with rear suspension and structural components listed separately.
| 2026 Honda Pilot | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2026 Honda Pilot | body or structural component |
| 2026 Honda Passport | rear suspension |
| 2026 Honda Passport | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 3,933 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
Loose rear subframe bolts can reduce stability or allow the rear subframe to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. If you hear abnormal noise or feel reduced stability, stop driving when safe and call a Honda dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Honda Pilot or Passport is included in this recall.
- Wait for Honda's owner letter before scheduling the repair; Honda expects to mail letters August 24, 2026.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 with questions and reference recall number 26V424.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer once scheduling opens for the free inspection and rear-subframe-bolt repair that secures the rear subframe.
- Drive cautiously until Honda confirms the inspection or repair is complete; stop driving and call the dealer if the vehicle feels unstable.
What happens at the repair
Honda has described the dealer repair, but the final remedy is not listed as available yet. Once it opens, a Honda technician will inspect the rear subframe bolts and replace any bolts that need replacement. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Honda is using its general reimbursement plan on file, so keep any paperwork for a related repair you already paid for and ask Honda customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 1, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 2, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V424?
Recall 26V424 covers 3,933 2026 Honda Pilot and Passport vehicles with rear subframe bolts that need inspection because Honda reported improper tightening. Loose bolts can reduce vehicle stability or let the rear subframe detach. Honda dealers will inspect and replace the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Honda Pilot or Passport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Honda is included in recall 26V424. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the rear subframe bolt inspection. Reference recall 26V424 and Honda recall number OOY when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Honda dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and replace them when needed at no charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy for free at a franchised Honda dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2026 Honda Pilot or Passport?
Honda has not issued a do not drive order for recall 26V424. The safety risk is still real: loose rear subframe bolts can lead to loss of vehicle stability or rear subframe detachment. Check your VIN, then ask the dealer how soon the inspection can be completed.
When will Honda notify owners about recall 26V424?
Honda expects to mail owner notification letters on August 24, 2026. VINs became searchable for this recall on July 10, 2026, so you do not need to wait for a letter before checking your VIN or calling a Honda dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V424000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V424 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V424000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 13, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →